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The Raptors’ rookie ‘warrior’ who played X-factor in Game 3 domination of Cavs

The Toronto Raptors avoided the inescapable playoff hole that is a 3-0 series deficit, as they earned their first win of the 2026 NBA playoffs in a 126-104 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers to pull within one game in the series, 2-1. Scottie Barnes and RJ Barrett combined for 66 points and would most likely […] The post The Raptors’ rookie ‘warrior’ who played X-factor in Game 3 domination of Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Steelers break all-time NFL Draft record previously held by Detroit

There is a new NFL Draft atop the all-time history books. Two years after Detroit made the 2024 NFL Draft the most-attended of all-time, Pittsburgh Steelers fans showed out to make the Steel City the new No. 1. The Steelers teased record-setting attendance all month, and their fans backed that up on draft night. Roughly […] The post Steelers break all-time NFL Draft record previously held by Detroit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michael Beasley reveals how he became a punchline while mourning family deaths

While former NBA player Michael Beasley was mourning the loss of his mother and cousin, who died weeks apart from one another, he became a punchline in the NBA, unbeknownst to his teammates and fans. At the time of their deaths, Beasley was playing for the Los Angeles Lakers and told Shannon Sharpe on his […] The post Michael Beasley reveals how he became a punchline while mourning family deaths appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Senators’ Thomas Chabot’s 5-word power play message after Hurricanes loss

The Ottawa Senators fell to the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 3 on Thursday night. The Senators now have their backs firmly up against the wall. Ottawa is down 3-0 in the series, and they are on the brink of elimination. Thomas Chabot and his teammates have to figure things out sooner rather than later. One […] The post Senators’ Thomas Chabot’s 5-word power play message after Hurricanes loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Seahawks surprisingly spurn trade frenzy to make No. 32 pick to replace Kenneth Walker III

Towards the end of the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft, there was a sudden flurry of trades. Teams were suddenly jockeying for position at the later end as they looked to get the guy that they wanted. With the Seattle Seahawks picking last in the first round, fans were wondering about one thing: […] The post Seahawks surprisingly spurn trade frenzy to make No. 32 pick to replace Kenneth Walker III appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks fans in shambles after botched last play in Game 3 loss to Hawks

New York fans have expressed heartbreak after seeing the Knicks botch a potential game-winning play in their Game 3 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday night. The Knicks struggled for most of the game against Atlanta but still had a chance to win it. However, Jalen Brunson lost control of the ball as he […] The post Knicks fans in shambles after botched last play in Game 3 loss to Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raptors’ Scottie Barnes makes franchise history with bombshell Game 3 vs. Cavs

Entering Thursday night, the Toronto Raptors knew they had to bring it for their backs were against the wall. Going down 3-0 in their first-round matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers was a death sentence to their season, so they had to bring their A-game to avoid seeing their campaign come to a premature end. Scottie […] The post Raptors’ Scottie Barnes makes franchise history with bombshell Game 3 vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bills trade out of Round 1 with Titans to complete 3-trade night

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane is treating the 2026 NFL Draft like a high-stakes game of musical chairs. After already moving back twice in the first round on Thursday night, the Bills pulled the trigger on a third trade, finally exiting the opening round entirely in a deal with the Tennessee Titans. The Titans […] The post Bills trade out of Round 1 with Titans to complete 3-trade night appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jets draft popular trade up target at No. 16 after David Bailey pick

The New York Jets, holding the No. 16 selection in the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday night in Pittsburgh, opted against a trade-up despite being linked to several blue-chip prospects. After opening the night by selecting edge rusher David Bailey with the No. 2 overall pick, the Jets stayed at 16 and nabbed Oregon Ducks […] The post Jets draft popular trade up target at No. 16 after David Bailey pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Mikal Bridges takes full responsibility for embarrassing Game 3 goose egg vs. Hawks

CJ McCollum may be public enemy number one among fans of the New York Knicks at present considering how he’s emerged as the hero for the Atlanta Hawks over the past two games, but Mikal Bridges isn’t far behind. Bridges, the man who was acquired back in 2024 for a king’s ransom of five unprotected […] The post Knicks’ Mikal Bridges takes full responsibility for embarrassing Game 3 goose egg vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2026 NFL Draft Round 1 grades for all 32 picks

The first round of the 2026 NFL Draft is now in the books. It was a wild ride with quite a few trades, some surprise picks, and a second quarterback coming off the board at No. 13. Overall, it was a fascinating three hours. How did your team do? Take a look at ClutchPoints’ 2026 […] The post 2026 NFL Draft Round 1 grades for all 32 picks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jabari Smith Jr. puts pressure on Kevin Durant with blunt take vs. Lakers

The Houston Rockets are staring down an 0-2 hole against LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers. With the series shifting to Houston for Games 3 and 4, all eyes are on Kevin Durant and how he’ll respond after one of the worst playoff games of his NBA career. Durant finished Game 2 with 23 […] The post Jabari Smith Jr. puts pressure on Kevin Durant with blunt take vs. Lakers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ex-WR reveals the Sean McVay reason why Ty Simpson will be better than Fernando Mendoza

The Los Angeles Rams made a surprising decision on Thursday by taking Ty Simpson in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. After being the second quarterback taken off the board, a former NFL wide receiver believes Simpson can be better than Fernando Mendoza, mainly due to Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay. […] The post Ex-WR reveals the Sean McVay reason why Ty Simpson will be better than Fernando Mendoza appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hawks’ Quin Snyder can’t stop gushing about CJ McCollum after vanquishing Knicks in Game 3

CJ McCollum has done it again; after emerging as the big hero for the Atlanta Hawks in their fourth-quarter comeback in a 107-106 win over the New York Knicks in Game 2 of their first-round matchup, he followed that up by driving the dagger into the Knicks’ hearts in Game 3, hitting the game-winner over […] The post Hawks’ Quin Snyder can’t stop gushing about CJ McCollum after vanquishing Knicks in Game 3 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets overcome Craig Kimbrel meltdown to start winning streak after 12-game losing streak

On Thursday night, the New York Mets overcame a late-inning game-tying grand slam to defeat the Minnesota Twins 10-8. The Mets came through for right-handed relief pitcher Craig Kimbrel. In the top of the eighth inning, Kimbrel loaded the bases with the Mets leading 7-3. Then, fellow right-handed reliever Huascar Brazoban came in and gave […] The post Mets overcome Craig Kimbrel meltdown to start winning streak after 12-game losing streak appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jets get 3rd 1st-round pick as 49ers trade down again

The New York Jets had quite a first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. They did not have just one or two draft picks in the opening round. They made it three after trading with the San Francisco 49ers. The Jets sent their No. 33 and No. 179 overall picks in the draft to the […] The post Jets get 3rd 1st-round pick as 49ers trade down again appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bears pull off first pick of its kind since 2018

The Chicago Bears may have won the NFC North title a year ago, but they know there is simply no holding their position as they prepare for the 2026 season. The competition in the division is incredibly rough, and if they want to hold off the archrival Green Bay Packers and the powerful Detroit Lions […] The post Bears pull off first pick of its kind since 2018 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sean McVay makes 1 thing clear about Matthew Stafford after Ty Simpson stunner

The Los Angeles Rams sparked the biggest confusion on NFL Draft night. LA chose to stay at No. 13 after trading its No. 29 pick, but grabbed Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson. Head coach Sean McVay has a new QB to work with…while still having reigning Most Valuable Player Matthew Stafford. Hence why most Rams fans […] The post Sean McVay makes 1 thing clear about Matthew Stafford after Ty Simpson stunner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Eagles swiped Makai Lemon from Steelers while they were on phone with him

It took almost the entire first round, but the Philadelphia Eagles once again moved up to take USC receiver Makai Lemon at No. 20 in the 2026 NFL Draft. In doing so, they literally foiled the Pittsburgh Steelers’ plan as it unfolded. The Steelers were not only eyeing Lemon with their No. 21 pick, but […] The post Eagles swiped Makai Lemon from Steelers while they were on phone with him appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres’ Gavin Sheets pulls off eye-popping feat not seen before in franchise history

Gavin Sheets pulled off a historic feat on his birthday following the San Diego Padres’ 10-8 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday night. Sheets is going through the sixth season of his baseball career in the majors, his second with the White Sox. He’s become a potent threat as a hitter, especially when it […] The post Padres’ Gavin Sheets pulls off eye-popping feat not seen before in franchise history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bills trade down again with Patriots deal

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane clearly isn’t in a rush to make a selection. For the second time in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft on Thursday night, the Bills traded back, this time handing the No. 28 overall selection to their AFC East division rival, the New England Patriots. In exchange […] The post Bills trade down again with Patriots deal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Giants’ Malik Nabers isn’t so sure about Arvell Reese pick

The New York Giants went off-script during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Giants selected edge rusher/linebacker Arvell Reese out of Ohio State with the No. 5 overall pick. Reese is considered easily one of the most talented players in the draft and may prove to be the best value from Thursday […] The post Giants’ Malik Nabers isn’t so sure about Arvell Reese pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bills, Texans swap 1st-round spots in NFL Draft trade involving 5 picks

The Buffalo Bills must figure out how to finally reach the Super Bowl in the Josh Allen era. The Houston Texans need to maximize their elite defense by upgrading the offense. These two squads came together at the 2026 NFL Draft in an attempt to accomplish these crucial objectives. Houston traded the No. 28, No. […] The post Bills, Texans swap 1st-round spots in NFL Draft trade involving 5 picks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cowboys hoping for Micah Parsons redux with No. 23 pick after Eagles trade

The Dallas Cowboys have emerged as aggressive players in the Draft, striking an early deal with the Miami Dolphins to secure the No. 11 overall pick. By moving up just one spot, Jerry Jones ensured the arrival of Ohio State standout Caleb Downs, a versatile safety who has earned significant praise from coaching legends. During […] The post Cowboys hoping for Micah Parsons redux with No. 23 pick after Eagles trade appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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